Pescadores se frotan las manos

Todo está listo para que inicie la temporada de captura de langosta

Lanrry PARRA The ~250 fishermen of Isla Mujeres, who are part of the ~3000 fishermen of the state of Quintana Roo, are ready for the start of lobster season, which begins on July 1st and continues until the end of February, 2016. The three thousand fishermen of the state make up 23 cooperatives, divided into the regions of South, Central, and North, explained Baltazar Gómez Catzín, who is president of the cooperative “Por la Justicia Social” and president of the state Federation of Fishing Cooperatives.

He said that prior to the start of the lobster season, a series of requirements have been met, such as setting the price per kilo of live lobster and of lobster tail, ensuring that the hyperbaric chamber is in good working condition, and preparations have been made to their equipment, including maintenance to the boats and engines.

Regarding the price of lobster, it was set at 460 pesos per kilo of lobster tail and 260 pesos per kilogram of live lobster.

Regarding the hyperbaric chamber, it is in good condition after having had maintenance work done, which is assumed to include changing the oil and other parts in the compressors and equipment in general. In fact, the capsule has been used for alternative medicine treatments before the start of lobster season, such as for diabetics with foot problems and other cases.

He said the fishermen are hoping for an improved catch this season, compared to last season when they harvested 20 tonnes of lobster tail and 30 tonnes of live lobster. ISLA MUJERES, 29 de junio.-

We invite you to be part of summer program "Vacacionarte" from July 20th until August 7th Drawings, arts and crafts, painting and lots of fun activities. It says..From July 20-Aug. 7 at the Mundaca palapa from 10a to 1p for children 7-12 years old, costing 250 pesos which includes materials and a tee shirt. Limited enrollment. This is a summer program by the City with the Institute of Culture and Arts.

On Monday morning, the City Council of Isla Mujeres approved the reform bill for Article 23 of the State Constitution, at the Council's Forty-Fifth Ordinary
SessionIsla Mujeres - APPROVAL OF AMENDMENTS TO ARTICLE 23 OF THE STATE CONSTITUTION.

For the safety of the Islanders,
staff of the municipal Department of Civil Protection carried out a
evacuation
drill at one of the gasoline stations of the municipality; the
training is ongoing with the different businesses of the island.

My vacation in the library. A space for children, to learn and have fun at the same time this summer.It says: A free program from July 20-Aug. 7, Mon-Fri, 10a-1p, for children 7-12 years old, limited enrollment. Inquire at the Library 17 de Agosto or at the phone number or email given on the poster. Includes field trips, crafts, activities and much more! A summer program by the City and Institute for Culture and the Arts. Mis Vacaciones en la Biblioteca. Un espacio para que los niños, aprendan y se diviertan al mismo tiempo este verano.

The municipal Baseball League of Benito Juarez was inaugurated in Isla Mujeres. During the event, awards were handed out to the athletes, and to Rene Santos Syala for his 25 years as an official baseball scorer in the state.Inauguramos en Isla Mujeres, la Liga Municipal de Béisbol Benito
Juárez; durante el evento se entregaron reconocimientos a deportistas
destacados así como a Rene Santos Ayala por sus 25 años como anotador
oficial del béisbol en el estado.

We give recognition for the hard work that was done to make the Second
Women's Fishing Tournament La Dorada 2015 a success. Thank you to
everyone
who made this possible.

SOCIAL

Members of the fishermen's cooperative “Patria y Progreso” declined to reelect the board of directors, and elected new candidates as follows: Jaime Osorio Sánchez as president, Vicente Celis as secretary; David Garrido Trejo as president of the Vigilancia committee, and Sergio Trejo as treasurer.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Ramón Guerrero García called for unity among the licensees who take tours to swim with the whale sharks, during an interview at a restaurant on Rueda Medina. He is el vocal de vigilancia nacional of the Consulting Committee of Whale Sharks (Comité Consultivo del Tiburón Ballena).
He is in favor of doubling the price of the tours, noting that in Australia it costs $320 dollars to see two whale sharks, while here there are large numbers for $125 in June and August. He clarified that travel agents charge $230 dollars, but only give the operator a crumb, $60 dollars, which is separate from the scrambling between local promoters who even go down to 500 pesos.
Additionally, agencies have imposed their translators, allegedly violating Federal Labor Laws, being foreigners, (foreigners may work legally as translators) and el colmo que bajan hasta a nadar con la gente, (? this isthe last straw...that breaks the camel's back?), for this reason Sr. Guerrero believes that a general strike by the licensees would require these agencies to adjust their rates accordingly.
Regarding the request to reassign the permits that have been given to hoarders who've acquired up to a dozen for themselves, Sr Guerrero said it would be misguided to think that SEMARNAT would meet such a request at this time. He said the real need is to unite to fight together and to challenge the authorities with legal arguments.

The Fishing Cooperative "Patria & Progreso" elected a new Board of Directors which included Jaime Osorio as President, to replace Luis Fernando G. Canton, and Sergio Trejo secretary, among others were elected by the 60 registered founders and members. They will have another meeting to consider selling their property.

Kitchenette in small room, Medio. There's a table & chairs across from it & a double bed.

A large slider
opens from each of the 3 rooms onto the patio where each has a table
& chairs, hammock & clotheslines. The BBQ is behind the pole,
and the outdoor shower is outa the pic at left.

Large studio (Norte), I'm standing in the kitchen

Free
amenities such as
hammocks,
bikes, outdoor shower,
portable beach
chairs &
beach towels,
washer, loungers & BBQ.
Breathtaking
panoramic views from the
rooftop terrace. Upstairs room also available.Downtown
is ~ a mile away; if
you don't feel like
walking or biking, flag a $2 taxi or hop
on the bus. We also have
room for parking,You can enjoy the music & crowds downtown, then
come home our
quiet neighborhood of Bachilleres where you'll sleep to the sounds of the sea.. $275/$325/$425 wk $40/50/$65nt Monthly Discounts

Fine
dining a few steps away at Da Luisa or try the
traditional neighborhood eateries a couple blocks farther. Stroll
five minutes down the coastal sidewalk to Mango Cafe,
Bufalo, Bahama Mama, Compadres Barbacoa or Manolitos. Walk less than 10 minutes to shop at
Chedraui or to dine at Green Verde, Kash Kechen Chuc, or Seso Loco. Visit marinas, bars, & beach
clubs that are minutes away by bike or on foot. Our guests recommend the
Yoga classes a couple villas away at hotelito Casa
Ixchel. Fresh juice, produce & tortillas a few blocks
away in the village, as well as a
variety of other stores and small local restaurants.

You
are invited to a Dance Workshop of Caribbean Rhythms, starting June 8th
at the Mundaca Hacienda Palapa. 20 pesos. For more information contact
the Cultural department 877 0767 culturaislamujeres@gmail.com

Prepara Comuna pago de becas

De los dos últimos bimestres

At the end of July or in early August, the academic and transport scholarships will be paid by the City for the last two bimonthly periods, March-April and May-June, for the benefit of 568 students at primary, middle school, and high school levels.
The municipal Director of Social Development, Edgar Gasca Arceo, said the payments total 460,000 pesos for each two month period. He said they are working toward making the payments before the end of the school year, or a few days later.
He said in this way the City supports the students and promotes education, which is a priority of the mayor, Agapito Magana Sanchez. He said students who are eligible should submit a copy of their boleta de estudios and a copy of their constancia de estudios, between the hours of 9am and 4pm, before the deadline of July 15th.

"La Fortuna II" was the winning boat of the Second Edition of the Women's International Fishing Tournament "La Dorada del Caribe", organized by the City of Isla Mujeres as a way of promoting healthy living.

EVENTO

Of the first ten places in yesterday's International Women's Fishing Tournaments "La Dorada 2015", nine went to vessels from Isla Mujeres, and one went to a boat from Puerto Morales.
“La Fortuna II” won first place, second place went to “Matías”, third place was “Quinto Sol”, fourth place was
“Bofitos”; fifth place was “Bicho”, sixth place was “Sea Fox” (Puerto
Morelos), seventh place was “Condorito”, eighth place was “Huachisan III”, ninth place was “Mega Byte” and tenth place was won by the boat “Lina”. The Mayor, Agapito Magana Sanchez, led the awards ceremony, accompanied by his wife, and with various city officials in attendance. The members of the organizing committee confirmed there were no incidents reported and said they plan to improve the prize package for next year to increase participation.

The fishermen are prepared for the upcoming start of the lobster season (July 1st), and have been able to go out fishing, since it did not rain as was forecast by the National Water Commission (CONAGUA), until after sunset. The inventories of the five fishing cooperatives are at a good level.
The island police reported zero incidents and said they are ready for the summer season. The Director of Tourism, Gustavo Rodriguez Orozco, reports the tourism infrastructure is ready to receive the thousands of tourists who visit daily during the summer season.
The lancheros, (who have small boats offering tours & snorkeling), say they receive less than 15 percent of this activity, which some attribute to lack of promotion, while others say the dive shops gain the business because they sell their services directly online. The lancheros are not yet familiar with this useful tool (online marketing) and the five cooperative of this sector (? The nautical tour cooperatives include "Isla Bonita", "Isla Mujeres", and "Aldolfo López Mateos", and I don't recall that there are two others. There are five fishing cooperatives.) are not organized to face this competition, although they have become organized at the Marine Terminal, which was instituted by the decisions of the Port Authority of Quintana Roo, to put an end to the disorder which had previously existed.
The boating fleet from Cancun includes over 50 vessels who bring visitors daily, "monopolizing everything", and the passenger ferry companies such as Ultramar sell their packages from Puerto Juarez, leaving few people who 'escape' to give their business to the lancheros. The boaters who offer nautical services are starting the summer season under these conditions.

By Olvidio Lopez
A half a century ago, the massive growth of local tourism and the increasing number of workers who arrived for the opportunities it offered, caused the introduction of road infrastructure to the southern part of the island. This filling in of areas interrupted the ebb and flow with the bay, and created the three bodies of water as they exist today, which are contaminated.
For centuries, salt was produced and used to preserve seafood, according to historian Fidel Villanueva Madrid, who says the salinas need better care and that reconnection as a viable proposal, according to a project that was developed in the early 1980's by the state government.
How much would it cost for reconnection with the sea? This question was put to the engineer Cuauhtémoc Zurita Landero, who is familiar with the work that was done filling in these areas. This fill created the "El Pescador" ballpark and its surroundings, as well as Independence Street in colonia Electristas, which blocked the communication of the ebb and flow of the sea at the entrance of Makax lagoon.
He said it would cost less than 100 million pesos and would require an environmental impact study by SEMARNAT (Department of the Environment and Natural Resources) to authorize the construction of two types of connections, with a tube of 1.5 meters in diameter or an open canal in the form of a V, with grids to support heavy vehicles, covering an estimated distance of about 500 meters to Makax lagoon, down Independence Street. He said an analysis would also have to be done of the 'barimetria' (tidal flow patterns, I think), as well as considering the similarity in levels, so there is adequate ebb and flow, as there was in previous times.

People haven't listened

"We need a government with vision to solve this problem definitively," said Sr Zurita, who was responsible for the maritime work in the early 70's, when the filling in was done. He spoke by phone from Chetumal, acknowledging that although there has been public protest since that time, the government has not paid attention to the risks, and a federal project should address this. He said this could include reconnecting Makax lagoon to the sea at Playa Lancheros, as it was before, where the road to Sac Bajo also has obstructed the passage of water.
He said an interconnection could be constructed at Independence street, from Salina Aeropuerto, and from there, a connection to the andador del Kiosco, to Othon P Blanco Street, in order to link with Salina Chica, crossing Jesus Martinez Ross Avenue and interconnecting as well with the aforementioned baseball park, skirting the Circuito Colonias, up to the Police station, where it could be connected to Salina Grande.
It is also considered feasible to connect Salina Grande to the sea by colonia Caridad del Cobre, which was considered in the late 90's, but a analysis of costs and and other research will reveal the options that are most appropriate.

The History
According to historian Fidel Villanueva Madrid, between 1850 and 1960, when this body of water was still united (with the sea), there was a great deal of activity in the salina during the dry season, by men and women whose skin became tanned like leather from working in the wee hours of the night to extract salt, because once the sun was out, the work became very difficult. The extraction of salt assisted the founding of the town of Dolores on Isla Mujeres in 1850. The first mestizo settlers found this natural resource offered a compelling reason to stay at this location.
A well know person from this time, Fermin Mundaca, took advantage of the abundance of this mineral for tanning of leather, not only for his cattle and sheep, but also for the skins of hunted animals including deer, tigres (lit. means tigers, maybe refers to jaguars, puma &/or margays), and lizards, which he bought in bulk. They were tanned and sold, mostly in Havana, Cuba.
Sr. Villanueva explained that in the late nineteenth century, Manuel Sierra Mendez, “colonizador de Isla Mujeres y Cozumel” had a good business marketing salt that was extracted, under a contract with the federal government. There were complaints from islanders who did not want to stand by while Sr. Sierra Mendez grabbed all the salt that was produced. This conflict ended when the federal government cancelled the contract, saying that Sr. Sierra Mendez had not completed the obligations required when the concession was granted.
After the creation of the Federal Territory of Quintana Roo in 1902, the islanders repeatedly tried to organize themselves to take advantage of this resource. The last attempt took place in 1939 whem more than 30 heads of families formed the cooperative “Salineros del Caribe, S. C. L.”, which found no market for the product because they had to face the powerful regional monopoly in the salt industry that was established by the Roche family of the state of Yucatan.
The historian explained that for the development of tourism, by 1962 there was a need for an efficient route to the south of the island, in order to link the tourist attractions such as Playa Lancheros, Playa Indios, and Garrafon Park, in addition to give access for development, and for the areas that became known as Lagunamar and Sac Bajo.
Currently, in the hot time of year, residents near Salina Chica and Salina Aeropuerto complain about the bad smells, with the dropping of the water levels which is a cyclic occurrence, and they complain about flooding during the rainy season and with hurricanes. In recent decades, the government has tried temporary palliative measures such as the network of storm drains, but these do not work during large amounts of rainfall.

Here is a description of the salt harvest by Alice le Plongeon in 1876:

Our next expedition was to the salt pits in the
middle of the island. By an underground passage
these large pools communicate with the sea on
the east side. At the beginning of the fishing
season, men and women go to collect the salt
that is deposited by evaporation on the shore of
the pools. They seem to regard it as a kind of
picnic, though the work is laborious, especially for
the women, who stand up to their waists in muddy
water all day long, putting the salt into large turtle
shells that serve instead of vats. It would be
almost impossible to transport the salt by land to
village Dolores; the only roads are narrow pathways
through the thicket, and the soil is so rocky and
uneven that it is tiresome to walk, much more so to
carry a load. A great extent of the interior of
the island is taken up by a most picturesque lake
that opens on the south side of the bay by a narrow
channel through which the water of the ocean
enters. The lake is consequently subject to tides,
and it is navigable for the majority of the canoes
used by the fishermen.
The channel is crooked and scarcely more than
nine feet wide, having dense thickets of mangroves
on each side. It takes about half an hour to go
through it, then the lake suddenly opens to our
view, truly a charming scene ! It is surrounded by
banks twenty feet high, covered with verdure ; sea-
gulls soar overhead, filling the air with discordant
screams, while pelicans, herons and storks, are
perched here and there, half hidden among the foli-
age, motionless, wistfully watching the water, to
catch the unsuspicious fish that venture within
their reach.
The lake is nearly three miles long; its southern
end reaches to within a hundred yards of the salt
pit ; thus the labor of transporting the salt is made
comparatively easy.

There are some whale shark licensees, including dive shop executives, who say there should be a massive cancellation of permits, and these permits should be redistributed among those dedicated to fishing and recreation. Most do not want to speak on the record, but Antonio Gonzales spoke frankly on the matter saying that hoarding should not be allowed, and the maximum should be two permits.
Others expressed objections to the policies of SEMARNAT, agreeing that the maximum should be two permits, and not an amount close to a dozen as has allegedly happened with Javier Ayala Rejón, Marcelo Cupul and Jorge Lara. They want permits cancelled for companies in Cancun, such as "Agua World", and for those permits to be reassigned to service providers in Isla Mujeres and Holbox.
There are also complaints and accusations expressed against CONANP (the National Commission of Protected Natural Areas) and against DGVS (the Wildlife Department) officials, questioning the criteria under which permits are granted and saying it is unclear. The DGVS governs Aguas Azules and granted 160 permits for that area, and CONANP oversees the Whale Shark Biosphere (Aguas Verdes) and granted 160 permits, which is a total of 320 permits between the two institutions.
According to information gathered, foreign specialists have posed as tourists while surreptitiously observing what is happening with the whale sharks, after complaints have been made on social networks about the mistreatment of the animals, and they have expressed complaints on international forums for environmental causes.

Kitchenette in small room, Medio. There's a table & chairs across from it & a double bed.

A large slider
opens from each of the 3 rooms onto the patio where each has a table
& chairs, hammock & clotheslines. The BBQ is behind the pole,
and the outdoor shower is outa the pic at left.

Large studio (Norte), I'm standing in the kitchen

Free
amenities such as
hammocks,
bikes, outdoor shower,
portable beach
chairs &
beach towels,
washer, loungers & BBQ.
Breathtaking
panoramic views from the
rooftop terrace. Upstairs room also available.Downtown
is ~ a mile away; if
you don't feel like
walking or biking, flag a $2 taxi or hop
on the bus. We also have
room for parking,You can enjoy the music & crowds downtown, then
come home our
quiet neighborhood of Bachilleres where you'll sleep to the sounds of the sea.. $275/$325/$425 wk $40/50/$65nt Monthly Discounts

Fine
dining a few steps away at Da Luisa or try the
traditional neighborhood eateries a couple blocks farther. Stroll
five minutes down the coastal sidewalk to Mango Cafe,
Bufalo, Bahama Mama, Compadres Barbacoa or Manolitos. Walk less than 10 minutes to shop at
Chedraui or to dine at Green Verde, Kash Kechen Chuc, or Seso Loco. Visit marinas, bars, & beach
clubs that are minutes away by bike or on foot. Our guests recommend the
Yoga classes a couple villas away at hotelito Casa
Ixchel. Fresh juice, produce & tortillas a few blocks
away in the village, as well as a
variety of other stores and small local restaurants.

You
are invited to a Dance Workshop of Caribbean Rhythms, starting June 8th
at the Mundaca Hacienda Palapa. 20 pesos. For more information contact
the Cultural department 877 0767 culturaislamujeres@gmail.com

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MVC Guests from Ontario wrote...

We have returned to Maravilla Caribe and we consider it to be a gem. Is it a luxurious resort? No. On the other hand, it's the kind of place where you feel comfortable sitting outside with a beer and watching the ocean, reading all afternoon in a hammock or going for a long walk along the shore. To sit on the patio with a plate of fresh fruit and a cup of coffee is my idea of the perfect morning. It's like having your own little private beach cottage - it's not fancy but that's not what we're looking for. A 15 minute walk takes you into the busy little town, full of great little restaurants and shops, and a $3 taxi ride will get you just about anywhere on the island. The landlord is friendly, accommodating and genuinely cares about and knows the local community. For anyone who wants a lavish package vacation, this obviously isn't the place for you - there are plenty of resorts that will fit your needs. Maravilla is a simple, lovely place to get away from it all.

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Taunya from Washington wrote

Hi Ronda,

I want to say thank you again for a fabulous vacation! Your studio was perfect! Having the extra space, kitchenette and dinning table made the space perfect for a long stay. Your little details like coffee filters and ice cube trays made it feel like home. I also really appreciated that you were there if I needed anything, but that you also let me have my space.

Being out of downtown, yet close to everything made the location perfect. Add the beautiful beach and it couldn't have been any better!

Thank you so much! When I return to Isla I will be back on your doorstep. Happy Holidays!

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Judy from Ohio wrote...I stayed at Maravilla and absolutely loved it. Beach and patio was kept very clean and since handicapped I would spend the days on patio with my laptop at table right outside my room. Each room had table/chairs in front of room. Not many places on isla you have the beach right outside your door-saves alot of money instead of renting beach chairs and buying drinks downtown. I also do not like crowded beaches and stacks of chairs next to each other as on the north beaches. You hear absolutely no street noise just the waves hitting the shore. There were bikes free to use, beachchairs free to take to downtown, and free washer/dryer to use. The price is excellent value and the owners live there so they do not need to list with an agency giving renters better $ value. Isla is not for everyone. But condo/luxury hotels now line the once beautiful North Beach for those wanting the Cancun version of places to stay, so sad, plus $$$$. I prefer peace,quiet, and great value. Not many places with sunrise/sunset views.

Renee from Toronto wrote...

For some of us, there comes a time when we prefer peace and quiet to hustle and bustle. For a few regrettable years, I got off buses and lined up with the rest of the schmucks to check in for the all inclusive 'experience'. I set the alarm daily to head down with everyone else to make dinner reservations for the pleasure of eating soggy Sushi served by brusque Bahamians. I wore the wristband of shame, identifying me as an easy mark on any excursion. I tipped and cajoled the bartender for extra shots of rum. I listened to the drunken monologues of people who get to cut loose just once a year. With the all inclusive experience, your fate is not entirely your own...

And then I tried something else, the self catering experience - more a case of here's your key, here's your apartment, have fun! Settle in, stock your fridge, stock your bar and you're off to the races. Happy hour is whenever you choose. No lining up at a buffet. Snorkel on your own time. Open a bottle of wine and cook a leisurely dinner - no one's rushing you out for the next seating. Sleep in and eat breakfast when you want, don't worry about the dining room being closed.

That's the experience I prefer these days. And Mara Villa doesn't disappoint. You get exactly what you pay for: a clean and comfortable room with everything you need. The experience is great for people who like to 'do their own thing.' In essence, staying at Mara Villa is like having your own private beachfront villa.

Amenities include good wifi, towels, sheets, dishes, pots and pans, a fridge and freezer, drinking water, hammock hooks, and a clothesline. Bonuses include a patio with tables and chairs, a charcoal BBQ, a beach for watching the sun rise over the water, and a rooftop for watching the sun set over Cancun (also good for star gazing and extreme suntanning).

The local bus passes by the front door and costs 4 pesos to head downtown. A taxi is about $2 into town. Chedraui, the big grocery store, is less than 10 minutes away by foot. Grab a cheap cab home if you've really stocked up.

Ronda is a great host - a storehouse of island information about where to eat and what to do. Bruce, her husband, is an avid snorkeler and can point you in the best direction off their private beach for underwater wildlife. I was lucky enough to see dolphins swimming offshore one day. Close to shore I also saw a barracuda, a sting ray and a pair of graceful Caribbean squid. The usual tropical fish abound as well.

It's worth noting that Mara Villa is located on the east side of the island, windward. The shore is more dramatic and rocky, but there are very few, if any, mosquitos. The west side of the island is calmer and more traditionally 'beachy', but mosquitoes abound at dawn and dusk. With the rocky shore, you need water shoes for entering the water and swimming, but you have the beach all to yourself at Mara Villa. Head to the sublimely Caribbean style North Beach if you miss the crowds.

I spent almost a month at Mara Villa and it was the calm, casual and relaxing experience I craved. I will be back to Mara Villa, but I won't ever go back to an all inclusive.

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Jane C from Penland wrote...

My friend and I just stayed at Maravilla Caribe, December 20-25, 2012 and we had an absolutely wonderful experience. The owner, Ronda made me feel comfortable before I arrived, providing helpful information about travel to the area. She made an extra effort to secure a larger room for us, which was perfect. Maravilla is quaint, charming, clean & comfortable. We loved the bright green color of the house! The kitchenette was simple, clean and well equipped with everything we needed to prepare meals. The beds are very comfortable and Ronda provides lots of clean towels. She even offered to let us use the washer/dryer and bicycles for free! The best part (other than the low cost) is you have your own private beach in the back! It is a beautiful place that I highly recommend.

Carol D from Peterborough wrote.....

Hello I stayed at MaraVilla, la Casa Verde :-), Dec 10 to 20 this 2012 for my first time and would not hesitate to return. This is my 11th year staying on the island and I have stayed at many places. The location is amazing, and the owners have modified the patio doors so that those of us who want to hear the waves all night can do so with security. They were super helpful at every turn and what meant the most to me is that they really care about their guests and are friendly. We enjoyed a wonderful lunch together. The room was spacious and clean. At MaraVilla there are only 3 rooms facing the water so it is peaceful, quiet and private. At MaraVilla, there were workers out painting the house in front and raking the beach and it was well maintained. There were no rocks on the clean tile patio. you do need water shoes to wade in to the water but it is worth it. And if you want to go to a more perfect beach i.e. no reef etc then one could go and pay 150-200+ per night at Playa Norte (but you won't hear the waves from your bed or have the privacy or owners that care about you!!). The bed was comfortable, mattress good, sheets in good shape and clean (more than i can say about the place i had the misfortune of staying in Progresso!!). Honestly you get what you pay for in this world and if you were to go to Tulum, or San Filipe or Progresso you are sure getting much more bang for your buck at MaraVilla in the 50-65 dollar range!!! If you are a 5 star resort person I would say stay at a 5 star resort, but if you enjoy the waves, quiet, privacy and caring owners then stay at this MaraVilla the Casa Verde :-)

Noska from Austin wrote....Maravilla is one of the coolest little spots on the isla.The hosts are awesome,location perfect,rooms are clean and affordable

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